What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Magnera Corporation?
Overview
Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.
To procure raw materials and services supporting Magnera site operations.
Responsibilities
- Order categories for Magnera plants as assigned by Procurement leadership.
- Conduct analytics and determine appropriate inventory levels, ensuring that inventory metrics are achieved.
- Collaborate with assigned plants to reduce slow moving and obsolete items.
- Work with supply base to design and implement programs to optimize inventory at assigned plants.
- Submit any quality and/or service complaints timely to suppliers, track as needed and ensure completion by assigned deadline.
- Identify and implement cost savings programs both independently and as part of a team.
- Support departmental initiatives related to personal and supplier development.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to generate project ideas, cost savings opportunities, and execute on those initiatives.
- Special Projects and other duties as assigned.
- Travel: approximately 0-10%
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Business, Finance, Purchasing/Supply Chain preferred.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of systems including ERP, MS Office tools, spend data, procurement software.
- Working knowledge of general purchasing practices, inventory management, & category level buying.
- Knowledge and understanding of ERP system, SIOP process, & purchasing processes.
- Ability to analyze data, make sound decisions/recommendations based on findings.
- Ability to communicate, present to multiple levels throughout organization
